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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Universities want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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